Summary/Objective

All positions in the Department of Athletics are responsible to help student-athletes fulfill the stated missions of Southwest Baptist University and the Department of Athletics.

Essential Job Duties

· Recruits student-athletes

· Provides sport-specific instruction during practices

· Coaches student-athletes during scheduled games and / or contests

· Serves as primary contact for scheduling games

· Ensures a balanced budget

· Monitors academic progress of student-athletes

· Makes travel arrangements for program

· Complies with all rules and regulations of the NCAA, GLVC, and SBU

· Assists in activities hosted by SBU to facilitate recruitment

· Works in cooperation with department members to strengthen all sports programs

· Regular attendance and punctuality

· Sets an example of a Christian lifestyle for students, staff and faculty

· Commitment and adherence to Southwest Baptist University’s Principles and Expectations

· Performs duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Supervisory Responsibility

The Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach supervises the GAs and student-workers assigned to the program.

Position Requirements

Required

· Bachelor’s Degree

· Knowledge of NCAA rules

Preferred

· Master’s Degree

· Coaching experience

Work Environment

· Must be able to work in typical office and athletics environment.

· Must be available for frequent travel during season and recruiting times. Night and weekend work required.

· Must be able to work during crowd noise and loud game environments

· Must be able to work outdoors

· Must be able to travel long distances by plane, train, or automobile.

· Must be able to interact and instruct team members in drills, play formation, and game preparation.

· Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently.

Physical Abilities

· Must be able to operate and / or maneuver equipment used for the daily training of student-athletes in the sport of tennis.

· Must be able to operate standard office equipment such as a personal computer, photocopies, printer, etc.

· Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and hold a valid Missouri Driver’s License.

· Must be able to climb stairs, work in varying temperatures and sit and stand for long periods of time.